PHIL 115Gen EdUnderstanding the Individual and Society

Death

Philosophy

3 credit hoursUsually offered: Fall, Spring

Avg GPA

2.74

Easiness

2.00

Total regs

824

Grade Distribution

Spring 2022–Summer 2026 · Percentages use A–F and W outcomes

Avg GPA

2.74

40.3%

319

32.2%

255

11.5%

3.9%

6.7%

5.4%

A–F + W

792

Other outcomes

All registrations

824

Quick Insights

Avg GPA

2.74

Easiness

2.00

C or better

88.8%

Among A–F outcomes

D or better

92.9%

Among A–F outcomes

Withdrawal rate

5.4%

Among A–F and W outcomes

Most common grade

Letter grades only

Outcomes counted

792

A–F and W outcomes

PHIL 115 by Professor

Ranked by historical GPA for 2024SP–2026SP · A–F outcomes only · minimum 20 graded outcomes

Sutherland, Daniel L

3.20

RMP

4.1

27 reviews

Graded

137

Total regs

143

Harmon, Zaccheus D

3.10

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About This Class

Philosophical examination of our attitudes towards death. Our attitudes towards mortality and immortality; definitions of death; treating others as persons; our attitudes towards life, quality of life issues, suicide, rights of the dying. Course Information: Course is offered in both face-to-face and online formats. Check the class schedule for details on specific sections. Note that the online format involves heavy computer usage; computer and internet access are required. Class Schedule Information: To be properly registered, students must enroll in one Discussion/Recitation and one Lecture. UIC GE Individual and Society course .